What are the responsibilities and job description for the Extruder Operator 1st Shift position at Pure's Food Specialties Inc?
Job Type
Full-time
Description
Position Overview :
The Extruder Operator is responsible for operating and maintaining extruder machines and related equipment to ensure efficient production and high-quality output. This role involves troubleshooting, performing quality control tests, and following safety and sanitation protocols in a food manufacturing environment.
ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES
- Must be willing to work flexible schedules and work in other departments including weekends and holidays
- Ability to setup machines, conduct basic troubleshooting, loading, films, settings, and monitors to ensure all is running efficiently.
- Replace super sac bags and maintain material flow.
- Operate, disassemble, and reassemble extruder machines, including handling large screws.
- Perform quality tests and monitor computer systems to ensure compliance with specifications.
- Adhere to safety protocols and maintain a clean work area.
- Ability to work in a standing position for entire shift including climbing steps and ladders
- Monitors and assists with equipment upstream / downstream to ensure continuous operation.
- Follow packaging schedule, quality control and sanitation procedures concerning, weights, packs, descriptions, Best Buy dates, clean up and changeovers
- Maintain a clean, organized and safe work area
- Ability to clean machines and work area properly during and after production runs or changeovers
- Observe all plant safety, GMP and allergen procedures and attend appropriate training sessions.
- Ability to assist in other departments
- Responsible for manufacturing, distributing and consistently maintaining safe and quality food by following good manufacturing practices, allergen controls, food defense, HACCP and SQF requirements
- Responsible for immediately reporting all food safety and quality issues to your supervisor
- Responsible for collaborating with others; Sharing knowledge, skills and information within your team and across functional areas.
- Responsible for enhancing technical and functional competencies, as well as professional and leadership development
- Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds
- Follow supervisor's directives and be able to support the shift team as needed.
Requirements
QUALIFICATIONS AND EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS
Educational Background : N / A
Experience : Must have experience with operating and maintaining the machines and ensuring the entire
production line is running efficiently.
PREFERRED SKILLS
Must be able to communicate with others as well as management
Must understand FDA guidelines and company policies. Mathematical skills.
Mechanical aptitude and attention to detail. Manufacturing experience is a plus.
Bilingual is preferred, Tracks performance data, and communicates exceptions.
This role provides opportunities for growth in a dynamic production environment.
Benefits :
EEO Statement
Pure's Food Specialties is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. We ensure fair treatment in all aspects of employment, including recruitment, hiring, training, promotion, and compensation. Our commitment to diversity and inclusion fosters a workplace where every individual is valued and respected.
Salary Description
17.75 - $18.50 Hourly
Salary : $18 - $19
